Senior Professional Electrical Engineer, Commissioning

ESB; Dublin; On-site; EUR 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

Smart working arrangement

Training & development opportunities

Staff well-being programmes

Diversity & inclusion focus

Job summary

ESB is seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer to deliver multi-discipline HV substation commissioning projects in Ireland. You will lead on-site testing, resolve complex technical issues, and mentor teams across commissioning and design to ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery.

The role is based in Dublin or Cork with travel to project locations as required. A full EU driving licence and a strong track record in HV transmission and distribution are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in HV Transmission & Distribution
• Full EU driving licence or recognised equivalent
• Site-based role based in Ireland; willing to travel to project locations

Responsibilities

• Lead complex commissioning projects in high voltage substations and ensure equipment meets technical requirements
• Perform on-site testing and evaluate HV commissioning activities
• Collaborate with design specialists; develop training and quality assurance
• Mentor team members and develop commissioning work instructions and procedures
• Review internal and contract designs and decommissioning documents; provide technical advice
• Lead fault investigations and provide improvement recommendations

Skills

HV commissioning

Declarations of Fitness (DOF)

Site testing

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Job description

The HV Substations Delivery department in Networks Engineering, ESB Engineering & Major Projects is the centre of engineering design and project delivery for ESB's Transmission & Distribution deliverables.

The Commissioning & SCS Teams in HV Substations Delivery verifies that the HV Substation equipment is fit for connection to the relevant HV system through the issue of a declaration of fitness certificate to the System Controller.

The Senior Commissioning Engineer will use their experience in Commissioning High voltage projects to deliver multi discipline projects and lead the development of commissioning standards and procedures, to modern international-best-practice. The Senior Commissioning Engineer will coordinate with various teams across HV Substations Delivery to optimize the delivery of HV projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex commissioning projects in high voltage substations, ensuring equipment meets all technical requirements before going into service.
• Perform and assess all on site testing associated with HV Commissioning
• Work with design specialists to resolve recurring technical issues and provide relevant training where required as well as manage quality of pre-commissioning activities to drive a quality culture within E&MP.
• Provide technical support, training, and advice to existing and new members of the commissioning & Design teams to develop their competency, leading mentor projects in process.
• Contribute to the development of work instructions and departmental procedures which are used by the wider commissioning team.
• Provide technical experience to review internal and contract designs, input and review de-commissioning documents and provide any technical advice required.
• Lead fault investigations, carry out detailed analysis and provide recommendations for improvement.

Essential

Experience and Qualifications

• Relevant HV Commissioning experience with full approval to issue Declarations of Fitness (DOF) to the system controller.
• A minimum of 5 years relevant experience in the High Voltage Transmission and Distribution industry
• Experienced in all aspects of operational safety.
• Experience in testing High voltage primary plant and associated secondary equipment such as protection schemes
• Proven ability to work in a team to a high level of performance.
• A strong work ethic with a clear focus on delivery to ESB's safety, time, quality, and cost objectives.
• A flexible approach to work as per commissioning requirements.
• As this is a site based role, a full EU Driving licence (or recognised equivalent) is required for any potential candidate.

Desirable

• Active involvement in international engineering organisations such as CIGRÉ, IEEE and IET (e.g. participation in Working Groups)
• Demonstrable ability to compile and contribute to Commissioning Work instructions and Departmental Procedures.

Location

The succesful candidate will be based in either The Sidings, Dublin or East Gate Cork, but travel to and working at various project locations as required, is a key requirement of the role

ESB is committed to smart working - combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least two anchor days per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

Reporting To

The successful candidate will report to the appropriate substation Commissioning Team Leader, HV Substations Delivery, Engineering & Major Projects.

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland's transition to net zero carbon future
• Career development through mentoring and training
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Generous Pension
• Access to staff well-being programmes
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Strong values-based and inclusive culture
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

Salary

€59,000 - €70,000 per annum

Closing Date

20th October 2026

Notes

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

The successful candidate will be required to evidence their right to work in the Republic of Ireland / UK prior to commencement of employment.